8.9 / 10 Guest Rating

Fairmont Empress Hotel

Name: Fairmont Empress Hotel
Address: 721 Government Street, Victoria, ca
Rating: 8.9

721 Government Street, Victoria, ca

from US$482 / night

About the Property

Luxury Overlooking Victoria’s Inner Harbour

Historic Elegance: The Fairmont Empress Hotel offers elegantly decorated rooms with plush seating areas and picturesque windows.

Relaxation and Dining: Enjoy extensive spa treatments at Willow Stream Spa and indulge in traditional afternoon tea with a view of the harbour.

Convenient Amenities: Swim in the indoor pool, admire the Victorian architecture, and explore nearby attractions like the Royal British Columbia Museum and the Maritime Museum of BC.

Book now to experience the charm and luxury of The Fairmont Empress Hotel!

Facilities & Amenities

Fitness facilities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Fitness center

Swimming pool

24-hour front desk

Restaurant

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

9 rates found

1/5

Fairmont City View 2 Double

A flat-screen cable TV and a seating area with 2 armchairs are featured in this room. Tea and coffee-making facilities are included. Views of the city or the inner courtyard are included. Please note, the photo above is representative of the room category. Actual rooms may vary from what is shown

22 sqm

Sleeps 3

2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Fairmont City View 2 Double, 239, 22sm Unfenced Promo - 15% Flex

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$660.63

$528.5

Includes taxes & fees

1/5

Fairmont City View 1 Queen

A flat-screen cable TV and a desk are featured in this room. Tea and coffee-making facilities are included. Views of the city or the inner courtyard are included. Please note, the photo above is representative of the room category. Actual rooms may vary from what is shown

22 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Fairmont City View 1 Queen, 239sf, 22sm Unfenced Promo - 15% Flex

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$602

$481.6

Includes taxes & fees

1/6

Deluxe City View 1 King

A flat-screen cable TV and a seating area are featured in this room. Tea and coffee-making facilities are included. Views of the city or the inner courtyard are included. Please note, the photo above is representative of the room category. Actual rooms may vary from what is shown

31 sqm

Sleeps 3

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

DELUXE CITY VIEW 1 KING

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$885.78

$708.62

Includes taxes & fees

1/5

Fairmont City View 1 King

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

22 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Fairmont City View 1 King, 239sf, 22sm Unfenced Promo - 15% Flex

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$618.75

$495

Includes taxes & fees

Fairmont Gold City View 1 King - Photo 1

Fairmont Gold City View 1 King - Photo 2

Fairmont Gold City View 1 King - Photo 3

Fairmont Gold City View 1 King - Photo 4

Fairmont Gold City View 1 King - Photo 5

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Fairmont Gold City View 1 King

Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, executive lounge access, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

24 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Fairmont Gold City View 1 King, 266Sf, 24Sm

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$881.45

$705.16

Includes taxes & fees

1/2

Deluxe City View 1 Queen

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned triple room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

31 sqm

Sleeps 3

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Deluxe City View 1 Queen, 334sf, 31sm Unfenced Promo - 15% Flex

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$802.94

$642.35

Includes taxes & fees

One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King - Photo 1

One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King - Photo 2

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One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

42 sqm

Sleeps 4

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

1 Sofa bed (Variable Size)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

SUITE CITY VIEW KING BED

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$1,105.15

$884.12

Includes taxes & fees

SUITE CITY VIEW KING BED

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$1,134.14

$907.31

Includes taxes & fees

Fairmont Gold City View 1 Queen - Photo 1

Fairmont Gold City View 1 Queen - Photo 2

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Fairmont Gold City View 1 Queen

24 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Safety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Fairmont Gold City View 1 Queen

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$918.39

$734.71

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.9

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Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great location.

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Eric

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 30, 2026

"Wonderful stay!"

Exceptional

10.0

Everything was perfection! The property is beautiful, clean and inviting! The afternoon tea was a wonderful experience and the servers were very nice and attentive. Thank you!

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Aaron

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 29, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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YUAN I

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Standard Room

Stayed in May 28, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Pamela

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 27, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Sharon

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 26, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Smith

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 26, 2026

"Amazing location, beautiful grounds, exceptional staff"

Exceptional

10.0

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Sarah

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family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in May 25, 2026

"I had an amazing stay. Every morning I woke up early to get breakfast and go to the pool."

Exceptional

9.0

I liked the pancakes the most. ( Adam - age 8)

One night I had to stay up until it was past my bedtime for my dinner. ( Adam - age 8)

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Robert

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 25, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Perfect location in the harbor! Received the royal treatment as far as customer service.

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Angela

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 23, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Charles

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 23, 2026

"Visit was part of an anniversary trip and a nice touch by the staff made it all the more memorable."

Exceptional

9.0

Location and quality of service

Queen bed was slightly small - should have reserved a King

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Fairmont Empress Hotel

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

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Available Rooms

Fairmont City View 2 Double

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Fairmont City View 1 Queen

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Deluxe City View 1 King

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Fairmont City View 1 King

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Fairmont Gold City View 1 King

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Deluxe City View 1 Queen

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One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

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Fairmont Gold City View 1 Queen

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"Amazing location, beautiful grounds, exceptional staff"

"I had an amazing stay. Every morning I woke up early to get breakfast and go to the pool."

"Exceptional"

"Excellent"

"Visit was part of an anniversary trip and a nice touch by the staff made it all the more memorable."